Job Information
Savencia Cheese USA Yard Jockey, 1st shift in Lena, Illinois
This position drives a tractor-trailer to move all materials required to and from production plant and warehouses. The hours of this position are Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2:30 pm with weekends, overtime, and covering for other shifts as required.
Essential Functions
Moves materials from production docks to warehouse docks
Checks and maintains fuel and oil levels and reports any malfunctions or maintenance required to supervisor
Assists in loading, unloading, pallet sorting or any other jobs as instructed by supervisor
Requires flexible maneuverability to operate trucks, tractors, lift trucks and pallet jacks
Communicates with Supervisors, Material Handlers, and Fork Lift Operators to assure proper movement of trailers throughout the plant and warehouse
Complies with all procedures following an accident
Completes all required paperwork as assigned, including the Driver Truck Tracker Trailer Inspection Report and Food Safety Management System
Maintains regular, predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills:
High school diploma or GED
CDL class C license and forklift license
3-6 months of tractor trailer and forklift driving experience
Basic mechanical aptitude
Ability to effectively communicate (speak, read, write and comprehend) in English
Desired Skills:
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment preferred
1-3 years tractor trailer and forklift driving experience